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Explaining Biometrics

Read comprehensive descriptions and explanations of the latest biometric technology solutions including a glossary of biometric terms and definitions.

 

What are NIST IAL2 and IAL3 identity verification standards?

Today, in the digital economy, numerous online activities require identity verification to establish a connection with a real-life individual, especially…

 

Understanding digital identity acceptance, proofing, and assurance

Digital identity acceptance, identity proofing, and identity assurance are terms commonly used in the field of identity management and security….

 

What are the different DHS agencies deploying biometrics at U.S. borders?

Biometric systems are fast becoming a staple of the travel experience in the U.S. as the Department of Homeland Security…

 

DIATF: What it is and why it is important

The UK Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF) is an initiative by the UK government to create a secure…

 

The difference between biometric verification, identification, and authentication

Biometric systems have become common for enhancing security measures across different sectors. These systems utilize distinct physiological characteristics, including fingerprints,…

 

What are NIST evaluation tests for facial recognition algorithms?

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology divided the Face Recognition Vendor Test (FRVT) into two separate sets of…

 

How are biometric systems evaluated?

The evaluation metrics used to assess the performance of biometric systems are important but not necessarily easy to understand. Evaluation…

 

Public-private partnerships pose opportunity for DPI and national digital ID initiatives

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) may play a critical role in the development of a national digital identity infrastructure around the world….

 

How KYC goes beyond identity verification

It might be obvious that you can identify someone without really knowing them, and yet for so many businesses, KYC…

 

How edge computing, AI will benefit the market for biometric identification technologies

The advancement of edge AI hardware and software presents a significant opportunity to improve the accuracy and security of biometric…

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